Third In Charge (3IC) - Macpac Wanaka

Macpac Ltd.; Wānaka; On-site; NZD 38,000 - 48,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking

Staff discounts on Macpac gear

Bonus potential

Job summary

Macpac Wanaka is seeking a confident Third In Charge to lead a busy outdoor retail team. This permanent part-time role is 4 days (30 hours) per week, with weekday and weekend availability, reporting to the Store Manager and supporting a close-knit team in a high turnover environment.

You’ll enjoy fantastic staff discounts, free parking, and a competitive salary with achievable bonus potential as part of Super Retail Group across Australia and New Zealand.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to lead by example and deliver excellent customer service.
• Motivational leadership style to inspire the team.
• Confidence managing diverse personalities.
• Ability to train staff and drive floor sales.
• Experience with visual merchandising, stock control, health and safety, store security.
• Outdoor clothing and equipment interest a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Store Manager in daily operations and team leadership.
• Coach and develop team members to deliver great customer service.
• Oversee floor sales and merchandising standards.
• Support stock checks, health and safety, and loss prevention.

Skills

People leadership

Customer service

Training & coaching

Visual merchandising

Stock control

Safety compliance

Financial reporting

Outdoor gear interest

Job description

Ready to take the next step in your retail career?

Join Macpac Wanaka as our Third In Charge (3IC), where you’ll bring your retail experience, people skills and passion for the outdoors to a close-knit team. Supervisor or Team Leader experience is highly regarded.

You’ll have a fantastic Store Manager and team to support and develop you, plus free parking and plenty of great merch along the way!

• Join a store that grows its own leaders – this opportunity exists thanks to an internal promotion
• Permanent part-time | 4 days, 30 hours | Weekday & weekend availability
• Competitive salary and achievable bonus potential
• Fantastic discounts across Macpac and Supercheap Auto for you and your family
• True job security, powered by Super Retail Group’s strength and 750+ stores across Australia and New Zealand.

What’s in it for you?

Be rewarded with great work-life balance, group wide career and development opportunities along with:

• Inclusive & Supportive Culture: Join a diverse, inclusive workplace where you can bring your whole self to work and grow your career.
• Innovation & Recognition: Thrive in a culture that champions innovation, collaboration, and celebrates your contributions through a dedicated recognition platform.
• Wellbeing Focus: Benefit from wellbeing initiatives, including 24/7 support through the Sonder app.
• Exclusive Perks: Enjoy corporate rates on travel, fitness, insurance, entertainment, and more, plus great team discounts through our Perks Program.
• Parental Support: Access generous Parental Leave from day one, supporting both primary and secondary carers.

Who are we?

Macpac is New Zealand's original outdoor brand. Founded in Christchurch in 1973, we've made it our business to show people that life is better outside. We're a socially conscious business, and we operate in a way that is both ethical and sustainable. As a leader in the outdoor retail space, we have a responsibility to protect and preserve our wild places, and we take that responsibility very seriously. When all is said and done, we are adventurers - and our goal is to facilitate adventure for as many people as we possibly can.

This is a position in a high paced, high turnover environment. To be considered for this role you will ideally have;

• Proven ability to lead by example and give the best customer service
• An unmistakable talent and passion to provide a motivational, inspirational atmosphere for your team.
• Confidence to manage differing personalities in a team environment
• Strength in offering ongoing comprehensive training, as well as driving floor sales
• Experience in visual merchandising, stock control, health and safety, store security and basic financial reporting will be called upon regularly
• Experience with outdoor clothing and equipment is preferred but not essential... a passion for the outdoors or travel is preferable.

Having experience with outdoor clothing and equipment is not essential... a passion for the outdoors or travel is preferable.

Who are we looking for?

Macpac Team Members Are

• Adventure lovers, who are happiest when embracing the great outdoors.
• Eco-warriors, who walk the talk when it comes to sustainability.
• Experts, who are passionate about retail and love sharing their knowledge and growing their team.
• Team players, who understand that a good team is greater than the sum of its parts.

Why Super Retail Group?

We are one of Australasia’s largest retailers and owner of iconic brands: Supercheap Auto, Macpac, BCF and rebel (AU).

We believe diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging are essential to creating a workplace where everyone can thrive. We value the unique perspectives and experiences that strengthen our teams and help us innovate, and we’re committed to fostering an environment where everyone feels they belong and can reach their full potential. If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process or workplace accommodation to perform at your best, please let us know in your application.

A note to candidates:

This is a human-led recruitment process, and every application is reviewed by our Australian Talent Acquisition team. (And yes, this was proudly written by a human too!)

Applications are assessed as they are received and the closing date subject to change.